Hundreds of people gathered at the Palm Beach Synagogue Tuesday in a display of support for Israel following last Saturday’s attacks by Hamas militants that killed hundreds of Israelis and injured thousands of others.

Rabbi Moshe Scheiner led the congregation, estimated at 400 or more people, in prayer for the Israeli soldiers heading into the war in Gaza, the Israeli people killed or injured in the attack, and those who have been taken hostage by the militants

“I’m sorry to have to welcome you all here this evening under these tragic, horrific and devastating circumstances,” Scheiner said. “But it is heartwarming and comforting to see every one of you here today, coming together as a strong, united Jewish community in solidarity with Israel and with Jews around the world.”

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